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Traditional Mexican Birria Tacos

Irresistibly Juicy Traditional Mexican Birria Tacos Recipe

Discover the rich flavors of Traditional Mexican Birria Tacos, a slow-cooked comfort food delight.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Sauce
  • 3 each Dried Guajillo Chili or substitute with dried New Mexico chilis for a milder taste
  • 2 each Dried Ancho Chili or replace with additional guajillo if necessary
  • 2 each Dried Pasilla Chili use a mix of other dried chilis if unavailable
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh is preferred for a more robust flavor
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onions work well
  • 3 medium Roma Tomatoes or substitute with canned tomatoes for convenience
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste
For the Beef Filling
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast ensure it has some fat for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Salt kosher salt is recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or substitute with vegetable oil
  • 4 cups Beef Broth homemade is ideal, but store-bought works too
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar apple cider vinegar is a great choice
For Serving
  • 12 each Corn Tortillas flour tortillas can be used if preferred

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Large Pot
  • dry skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the dried guajillo, ancho, and pasilla chilis for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove stems and seeds, then soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the soaked chilis and blend in a food processor with garlic, onion, Roma tomatoes, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef chuck roast, searing for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. Pour the chili paste over the seared beef, stirring to coat. Add beef broth and apple cider vinegar, bringing to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Slow-cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally until the meat is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return it to the pot, mixing with the sauce.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas and serve the shredded beef in each tortilla, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers taste even better the next day and are great for meal prep or a weekend treat.

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